Kedarnath Yatra – Group Tour

Your Kedarnath Yatra begins today! Make your way to Delhi Airport or Railway Station at your own expense. Once you reach, head to the departure point near Aerocity, Delhi Airport. Here, you can enjoy tea or coffee with some snacks. At 10:15 AM sharp, get ready to embark on your spiritual journey from Delhi to Rishikesh. Travel comfortably for approximately 6–7 hours, covering about 270 km. Upon arrival, head to your hotel, check in, and relax. You will have the rest of the evening for free. You could either spend it at leisure at the hotel or, if time permits, head out to explore Haridwar on your own. If you like, you could even stroll through the local markets, soaking in the old-world charm of Haridwar, and enjoy shopping for souvenirs. Later at night, savour a tasty dinner and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

After a hearty breakfast, check-out from your hotel and head towards Guptkashi. Located 190 kms away from Rishikesh, it takes around 5-6 hours to reach Guptkashi. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and relax for some time. Afterwards, enjoy walking around the peaceful village and shop for souvenirs from the local market. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.

After a hearty breakfast early in the morning, check out from the hotel and leave for Sonprayag. Enjoy a comfortable drive, covering about 40 km. Once you reach Sonprayag, take a shared local vehicle, available for ₹50-₹60 on a direct payment basis, to Gaurikund. Admire the regional charm on your way and witness the day-to-day life of the locals. Upon reaching Gaurikund, you may take a holy dip in the natural hot spring before beginning your 19-20 km trek to Kedarnath. If you wish, you can hire a Doli or Horse by paying directly on-ground. As you ascend to the top, witness the sacred Mandakini River, one of the main tributaries of the Ganges, which originates at Kedarnath and flows through Gaurikund. Feel the cool, crisp air as you listen to the echoes of 'Jai Bholenath' chants throughout the trek. As the mist lifts, the breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks will leave you in awe! Once you reach Kedarnath after a 6-7 hour trek, check in at your shared camp, lodge, or ashram and unwind. Later, witness the mesmerising Aarti at Kedarnath Temple while you enjoy darshan. Immerse yourself in the sacred surroundings filled with divine chants. You can also perform special rituals like Abhishek Puja, Akhand Jyoti, or Karpoor Aarti on a direct payment basis. You could also head out at night to experience Kedarnath Temple. Your day ends with a delicious dinner followed by a good night's sleep at the camp, lodge, or ashram. Note: Accommodation at camp, lodge, or ashram is available on a shared basis with 4-6 pax. Travel light for the trek. Remaining luggage can be kept at the hotel in Guptkashi or in the vehicle waiting at Sonprayag.

Wake up before dawn, take a bath, and reach the sacred temple by 4:45 AM to offer the sacred Abhishek Puja to the mighty Kedarnath Shiva. The puja can be availed on a direct payment basis. When here, you can also enjoy an early morning trek to Shri Bhairavnath Temple and Rudra Cave, or Dhyan Gufa, where the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, visited and sat in meditation. After darshan, puja, and exploring, return to your government camp, lodge, or ashram and rest. Later, begin your 19-20 km trek back from Kedarnath to Gaurikund. Upon arrival, take a shared local vehicle, available on a direct payment basis, to Sonprayag, where your vehicle will be waiting at the Sonprayag Car Parking. From there, enjoy a comfortable drive of approximately 2-3 hours, covering about 40 km, to your hotel in Guptkashi. Once you reach, check in, savour a delightful dinner, and rest for the night at your hotel.

Upon arrival in Rishikesh, head to your hotel, check in, and relax. You will have the rest of the evening for free. You could either spend it at leisure at the hotel or, if time permits, head out to explore Rishikesh on your own. You could board an e-rickshaw or auto on a direct payment basis and visit Triveni Ghat to witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti and take a holy dip in the sacred waters. You may also explore Ram or Laxman Jhula, which are iconic spots for a photoshoot. If you like, you could even stroll through the local markets, soaking in the old-world charm of Rishikesh, and enjoy shopping for souvenirs. Later at night, savour a tasty dinner and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.

Your peaceful Kedarnath Yatra comes to an end today! After enjoying a hearty breakfast, check out of the hotel and leave for Delhi. Enjoy a comfortable drive of approximately 5-6 hours, covering about 225 km, with fond memories of your wonderful trip. Since your vehicle will reach Delhi by approximately 6:00 PM, you are advised to book your return tickets accordingly.